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Language and Thought – The Power of Words
This episode explores how language shapes the way we think, perceive, and behave. Drawing on the concept of linguistic relativity (the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis), it explains how different languages influence perception, identity, and worldview. Words don’t just label experiences—they frame them. Calling someone a “freedom fighter” vs. a “rebel” or saying “I failed” vs. “I learned” changes interpretation and emotion even when the facts stay the same.
The episode also highlights the impact of self-talk, showing how the language we use internally affects confidence, resilience, and mental health…
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